Gulf residents have been told the climate will not only become hotter but also more humid, with a newly released report revealing that last year was the third-hottest year yet worldwide. The Global Climate Highlights 2025 report said that the past three years have been the hottest on record – and that the world is close to breaching […]
The next time you take a breath, it is worth remembering that much of that oxygen can be traced back to microscopic ocean algae. Their ability to produce oxygen through photosynthesis is supported by iron dust that settles into the sea. A new study from Rutgers University, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy […]
Scientists warn that our understanding and perception of climate-fuelled risks are “limited and flawed”. Most people believe that climate change affects others more than themselves, as scientists warn that our “psychological bias” may be hindering efforts to curb global warming. Researchers at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden recently analysed 83 studies involving more than 70,000 people […]
US President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the US from a pivotal global climate treaty could create major funding gaps and open the door for other countries, such as China, to assume more leadership, experts have said. The Trump administration on Wednesday announced it would withdraw from dozens of international organisations, including scores of UN bodies. US Secretary of State […]
On December 6, 2025, a powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Alaska. While quakes of that size draw attention, earthquakes occur far more often than many people realize. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) estimates that roughly 55 earthquakes happen every day worldwide, adding up to about 20,000 each year. Typically, one earthquake per year reaches […]
Researchers have found that microplastics drifting through rivers, lakes, and oceans constantly release a complex blend of dissolved organic chemicals into the water. This chemical leakage continues over time and becomes much more intense when plastics are exposed to sunlight. The new findings offer the most detailed molecular-level picture so far of how microplastic-derived dissolved […]
Residents who return to their homes following wildfires may be unknowingly exposing themselves to harmful chemicals. The dangers of wildfires do not end when the flames are extinguished, and the long-term threat may be putting thousands at risk. Last year saw deadly blazes tear through Europe, burning more than a million hectares of land. This is four […]
An ice dome the size of Luxembourg melted around 7,000 years ago. Is history about to repeat itself? Scientists warn that it is “only a matter of time” until Greenland’s Prudhoe Dome starts to melt away – as heat-trapping emissions continue to bake the planet. The huge 500 metre thick ice cap is roughly the same […]
Overfishing and global warming are depleting food from our oceans, but rebuilding reef life could help provide millions of meals every year. Coral reefs could become a crucial part of the pathway to help fight global hunger and improve nutrition around the world. According to UNICEF data, around 2.3 billion people experienced moderate or severe […]
Starting with one habit you’ll actually keep can make a difference for your budget, your routine and the climate. Here’s some good news as the holidays wrap up: Many New Year’s resolutions people already make – eating healthier, saving money, getting organised – double as climate-friendly habits. Whether you want to spend less, declutter or […]
